How many calories are in Cheese Swiss?

Cheese Swiss contains 393 calories per 100g (USDA data), which represents about 20% of a standard 2,000-calorie daily diet. This places it in the calorie-dense category, so portion size is especially worth keeping in mind when planning meals.

How much protein is in Cheese Swiss?

Cheese Swiss provides 27.0g of protein per 100g, covering around 54% of the recommended daily intake. For high-protein animal-source foods, this protein is typically complete, meaning it contains all essential amino acids. Protein is essential for muscle repair, immune function, and enzyme production, making Cheese Swiss a useful addition to high-protein meal plans.

Is Cheese Swiss high in fat?

Cheese Swiss contains 31.0g of total fat per 100g (40% of the daily value), classifying it as a higher-fat food. Fat is not inherently problematic — it supports hormone production and fat-soluble vitamin absorption — but calorie intake adds up quickly at this density, so portion awareness matters.

What vitamins and minerals are in Cheese Swiss?

Cheese Swiss is a notable source of Vitamin B12 (128% DV), which necessary for nerve function and red blood cell formation; Calcium (68% DV), which essential for strong bones and teeth; Selenium (55% DV), which acts as an antioxidant and supports thyroid function per 100g. These micronutrients contribute to everyday functions ranging from energy metabolism to immune defence, making Cheese Swiss more than just a source of macronutrients.

Is Cheese Swiss good for weight loss?

Cheese Swiss provides 393 calories per 100g — a moderate energy density. It can be part of a weight-loss eating plan when portions are managed, especially when the rest of the meal is built around lower-calorie, high-volume foods like vegetables and legumes.

How many carbs are in Cheese Swiss?

Cheese Swiss is relatively low in carbohydrates at 1.4g per 100g (1% of the daily value), making it a practical option for low-carb and ketogenic diets. Low-carb foods help limit rapid blood sugar spikes and can assist with appetite control.

Cheese Swiss

SR Legacy·Comprehensive Reference Data

Cheese, swiss

Dairy and Egg Products

A 100g serving covers 128% of the daily recommended Vitamin B12, making Cheese Swiss one of the more concentrated dietary sources of this nutrient. Both protein (27g) and fat (31g) are substantial, making Cheese Swiss a calorie-efficient source of both macronutrients. Cheese Swiss packs 393 calories per 100g, placing it on the energy-dense side — a small serving goes a long way. At 187mg of sodium per 100g, Cheese Swiss contributes a noticeable portion of daily sodium — worth tracking for those monitoring salt. Nutritionally broad, Cheese Swiss delivers meaningful amounts of 10 different vitamins and minerals above 10% of daily value.

Calories393KCAL

Protein27G

Fat31G

Carbs1.4G

Fiber0G

Calorie Distribution

393kcal

Protein28%27 g
Fat71%31 g
Carbs1%1.4 g

Serving Size

% Daily Value

per 100g serving · FDA 2020 reference

≤5% low6–19% moderate≥20% good source

Nutrition Facts per 100g

Water	37.6	G
Energy	393	KCAL
Protein	27.0	G
Total lipid (fat)	31.0	G
Carbohydrate, by difference	1.4	G
Fiber, total dietary	0	G
Total Sugars	0	G
Cholesterol	93.0	MG

Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid	0	MG
Thiamin	0.01	MG
Riboflavin	0.30	MG
Niacin	0.06	MG
Vitamin B-6	0.07	MG
Folate, total	10.0	UG
Vitamin B-12	3.1	UG
Vitamin A, RAE	288	UG
Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol)	0.60	MG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3)	0	UG
Vitamin K (phylloquinone)	1.4	UG

Calcium, Ca	890	MG
Iron, Fe	0.13	MG
Magnesium, Mg	33.0	MG
Phosphorus, P	574	MG
Potassium, K	72.0	MG
Sodium, Na	187	MG
Zinc, Zn	4.4	MG
Copper, Cu	0.05	MG
Manganese, Mn	0.03	MG
Selenium, Se	30.0	UG

Energy	1645	kJ
Ash	3.0	G
Sucrose	0	G
Glucose	0	G
Fructose	0	G
Lactose	0	G
Maltose	0	G
Galactose	0	G
Pantothenic acid	0.35	MG
Folic acid	0	UG
Folate, food	10.0	UG
Folate, DFE	10.0	UG
Choline, total	13.8	MG
Betaine	0.10	MG
Vitamin B-12, added	0	UG
Retinol	283	UG
Carotene, beta	61.0	UG
Carotene, alpha	1.0	UG
Cryptoxanthin, beta	2.0	UG
Vitamin A, IU	1047	IU
Lycopene	1.0	UG
Lutein + zeaxanthin	8.0	UG
Vitamin E, added	0	MG
Tocopherol, beta	0.02	MG
Tocopherol, gamma	0.07	MG
Tocopherol, delta	0	MG
Tocotrienol, alpha	0.13	MG
Tocotrienol, beta	0	MG
Tocotrienol, gamma	0	MG
Tocotrienol, delta	0	MG
Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units	0	IU
Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol)	0	UG
Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)	0	UG
Vitamin K (Dihydrophylloquinone)	0	UG
Vitamin K (Menaquinone-4)	6.3	UG
Fatty acids, total saturated	18.2	G
SFA 4:0	0.68	G
SFA 6:0	0.54	G
SFA 8:0	0.33	G
SFA 10:0	0.77	G
SFA 12:0	0.88	G
SFA 14:0	2.9	G
SFA 15:0	0.30	G
SFA 16:0	8.4	G
SFA 17:0	0.19	G
SFA 18:0	3.2	G
SFA 20:0	0.04	G
SFA 22:0	0.01	G
SFA 24:0	0.009	G
Fatty acids, total monounsaturated	8.0	G
MUFA 14:1	0.30	G
MUFA 15:1	0	G
MUFA 16:1	0.56	G
MUFA 16:1 c	0.46	G
MUFA 17:1	0.06	G
MUFA 18:1	7.1	G
MUFA 18:1 c	6.4	G
MUFA 20:1	0.06	G
MUFA 22:1	0.002	G
MUFA 22:1 c	0.002	G
MUFA 24:1 c	0	G
Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated	1.3	G
PUFA 18:2	1.1	G
PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c	0.73	G
PUFA 18:2 CLAs	0.16	G
PUFA 18:3	0.13	G
PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA)	0.13	G
PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c	0.002	G
PUFA 18:3i	0.002	G
PUFA 18:4	0.001	G
PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c	0.007	G
PUFA 20:3	0.04	G
PUFA 20:3 n-3	0.003	G
PUFA 20:3 n-6	0.03	G
PUFA 20:4	0.05	G
PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA)	0.009	G
PUFA 22:4	0.007	G
PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA)	0.02	G
PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA)	0	G
Fatty acids, total trans	0.99	G
Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic	0.79	G
TFA 16:1 t	0.10	G
TFA 18:1 t	0.69	G
TFA 22:1 t	0	G
TFA 18:2 t not further defined	0.19	G
Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic	0.19	G
Tryptophan	0.40	G
Threonine	1.0	G
Isoleucine	1.5	G
Leucine	3.0	G
Lysine	2.6	G
Methionine	0.78	G
Cystine	0.29	G
Phenylalanine	1.7	G
Tyrosine	1.7	G
Valine	2.1	G
Arginine	0.93	G
Histidine	1.1	G
Alanine	0.91	G
Aspartic acid	1.6	G
Glutamic acid	5.7	G
Glycine	0.51	G
Proline	3.7	G
Serine	1.6	G
Alcohol, ethyl	0	G
Caffeine	0	MG
Theobromine	0	MG

Common Serving Sizes

Serving	Cal	Protein	Fat	Carbs
cubic inch (15g)	59	4g	4.6g	0.2g
slice (1 oz) (28g)	110	7.5g	8.7g	0.4g
oz (28.35g)	111	7.6g	8.8g	0.4g
cup, shredded (108g)	424	29.1g	33.5g	1.6g

Scaled from Cheese Swiss's per-100g values using USDA portion data.

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Nutrient Highlights

Cheese Swiss is a excellent source of Calcium (68% DV) — see top foods ranked by CalciumSee all calcium-rich foods →
Cheese Swiss is a excellent source of Protein (54% DV) — see top foods ranked by ProteinSee all high-protein foods →
Cheese Swiss is a excellent source of Zinc (40% DV) — see top foods ranked by ZincSee all high-zinc foods →

Dietary Considerations

Cheese Swiss fits well in high-protein, low-carb eating patterns with 27.0g protein and only 1.4g carbs per 100g. See the High-Protein, Low-Carb Guide.

Rankings Among 8,262 USDA Foods

Calcium: top 1% (#83 of 8,262)
Protein: top 10% (#826 of 8,262)
Zinc: top 14% (#1,157 of 8,262)

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Nutrition Facts Label

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 100g

Calories393

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 31.0G40%

Cholesterol 93.0MG31%

Sodium 187MG8%

Total Carbohydrate 1.4G1%

Dietary Fiber 0G0%

Total Sugars 0G

Protein 27.0G54%

Vitamin D 0UG0%

Calcium 890MG68%

Iron 0.13MG1%

Potassium 72.0MG2%

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Data Source

Data sourced from USDA FoodData Central — SR Legacy. FDC ID: 171251.

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